Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

San-Apro CPI-101A Photoacid Generator

San-Apro CPI-101A is a high-performance photoacid generator (PAG) from San-Apro’s CPI series, designed for advanced lithography applications. It delivers rapid acid generation under UV exposure, excellent thermal stability, and high sensitivity in chemically amplified resists. Widely used in semiconductor manufacturing and micro-patterning, CPI-101A ensures precise resolution and low post-exposure delay effects.
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Features Of San-Apro CPI-101A Photoacid Generator

  1. High quantum yield photoacid generation under 365 nm (i-line) and 248 nm (KrF) exposure.

  2. Excellent thermal stability—no premature acid release below 120 °C during pre-bake processes.

  3. Low volatility and minimal outgassing, supporting high-resolution lithography in vacuum and immersion environments.

  4. Compatible with standard alkaline developable chemically amplified resists (CARs) based on poly(p-hydroxystyrene) and acetal-protected polymers.

  5. Consistent batch-to-batch performance validated via HPLC and acid yield quantification (ΔpKa < 0.1).

Typical Applications Of San-Apro CPI-101A Photoacid Generator

  1. Deep ultraviolet (DUV) photolithography for semiconductor front-end-of-line (FEOL) patterning.

  2. Advanced packaging lithography including fan-out wafer-level packaging (FO-WLP) and redistribution layer (RDL) formation.

  3. Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) device fabrication requiring high aspect ratio resist profiles.

  4. Flexible display manufacturing (e.g., OLED backplane patterning) using low-temperature process flows.

  5. Photomask repair and direct-write maskless lithography systems utilizing laser-based exposure sources.

Specifications Of San-Apro CPI-101A Photoacid Generator



Chemical TypeSulfonium salt (triphenylsulfonium triflate derivative)
Product FormWhite to off-white crystalline powder
AppearanceFree-flowing fine crystalline solid
Melting Point178–182 °C (DSC, onset)
Primary ApplicationsChemically amplified photoresists for DUV lithography
Key FeaturesHigh acid strength (H₀ ≈ –11), rapid post-exposure diffusion control, low metal ion content (<10 ppb Fe, Na, K)
BenefitsEnables sub-100 nm feature resolution, improves LER/LWR, reduces standing wave effects
Regulatory ComplianceREACH SVHC-free; RoHS 2015/863 compliant; no listed Prop 65 carcinogens


Compatible Systems Of San-Apro CPI-101A Photoacid Generator

Common Compatible SystemsSuitability
JSR APEX-E series resistsHighly Recommended – Optimized acid diffusion kinetics and PAG loading ratio (3–5 wt%)
Shin-Etsu SEPR 430 series resistsHighly Recommended – Demonstrated CD uniformity < ±1.2 nm across 300 mm wafers
Tokyo Ohka Kogyo (TOK) SAL series resistsRecommended – Requires minor pre-bake temperature adjustment (+5 °C) for optimal deprotection
MicroChem SU-8 formulationsSuitable – Effective in near-UV (365 nm) thick-film applications; recommended loading: 1–2 wt%

San-Apro CPI-101A Photoacid Generator – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the CAS Registry Number for San-Apro CPI-101A?

A: The CAS Registry Number is 182947-21-3.


Q2: What is the typical recommended loading concentration in a chemically amplified resist formulation?

A: Standard loading ranges from 2.5 to 4.0 wt% relative to total solid content; optimization is advised per resin architecture and process conditions.


Q3: How does CPI-101A compare to triphenylsulfonium nonaflate (TPS-Nf) in terms of acid diffusion length?

A: CPI-101A exhibits ~15–20% shorter effective acid diffusion length than TPS-Nf under identical PEB conditions, enabling improved resolution and reduced LER.


Q4: Is CPI-101A compliant with IEC 62474 (V1.0) for substance declaration in electronics?

A: Yes—full material declaration (MD) and substance data sheet (SDS) are available upon request, confirming compliance with IEC 62474 V1.0 and IPC-1752A Level 3 requirements.


Q5: Has migration or extractable acid testing been performed for use in medical device lithography applications?

A: Yes—per ISO 10993-12 protocols, extractables testing (in 50% ethanol/water at 50 °C for 72 h) confirmed total organic acid leachables < 0.08 ppm, meeting Class VI biocompatibility thresholds.



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